faa1花
Jyutpingfaa1
Yalefā
Definition
Flower or blossom; also a star-shaped pip in military or police rank insignia.
- flower; blossom
- star-shaped pip on an officer's shoulder insignia
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How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of a plant blossom, this character is frequently used to describe patterns or designs that are intricate or colorful. It also appears in various compound words related to spending money, such as 花錢, where it implies wasting or squandering funds. In a military or police context, it refers specifically to the star-shaped pips on an officer's shoulder insignia.
Measure word
do2朵dóExamples
She bought a bouquet of flowers to take home today.
Related words
Common mistake
Be careful not to confuse the noun meaning with the verb 花, which can mean to spend money or to become blurred or dizzy. When used as a verb for spending, it is often interchangeable with 駛.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
